Larakg

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  1. Columbia University MDE 2017

    Larakg replied to futureprovider's topic in School, College Programs

    The abroad opportunities seem cool. There were some language restrictions - for example, i remember the DR location requires fluent Spanish. I think it really depends on the kind of experience you...

  2. Columbia University MDE 2017

    Larakg replied to futureprovider's topic in School, College Programs

    @UCSBalum Just sent it to you! I haven't considered Yale - for a few reasons, mainly that I don't want to live apart from hubs. and new haven is a bummer of a town (I'm judgy, but for sure it ain't...

  3. Columbia University MDE 2017

    Larakg replied to futureprovider's topic in School, College Programs

    Sorry I'm slow to respond! I can't seem to get all nurses to email me with new posts. Oh well. I did have some questions about the session: 1) Did they give out an acceptance rate? I don't remember...

  4. Columbia University MDE 2017

    Larakg replied to futureprovider's topic in School, College Programs

    I should also mention that if anyone is planning on going to an info session, be aware it may run long. They seem to be scheduled from 10-noon and my session ran very long. I had to walk out at 12:30...

  5. Columbia University MDE 2017

    Larakg replied to futureprovider's topic in School, College Programs

    My husband is in med school too, though I would SO much rather be starting instead of applying :) maybe because working full time while studying, etc is painful... though I suppose clinicals + classes...

  6. Columbia University MDE 2017

    Larakg replied to futureprovider's topic in School, College Programs

    They don't have specific scores - but generally look for people to score over the 50th percentile on the GREs. They emphasized the personal statement/cv/recommendations are more important than the...

  7. Columbia University MDE 2017

    Larakg replied to futureprovider's topic in School, College Programs

    I'm applying! It's actually the only program I'm applying to this year because of pre-reqs (Columbia's requirements are a bit easier than others and I'll need more time to do more classes to apply...